Adjunct Instructor, Counseling
- Counseling
- Adjunct Instructor
Title: Adjunct Instructor, Counseling
Position Number: 220070
Unit/Department: Counseling
FTE: Part-Time
Salary: Per credit hour
Job Summary:
Adjunct Instructor: Human Resource Fieldwork (COUN 233)
The Drake University Leadership & Counseling Department invites applications for an adjunct instructor position. This position will be responsible for teaching a three-credit graduate section of COUN 233: Human Resource Fieldwork. This is a Rehabilitation Counseling-specific course in which students learn how to provide rehabilitation counseling consultation services to businesses. The successful candidate will teach a full section during the summer 2026 term. The instructor is responsible for delivering course content, facilitating activities, and grading assignments. This course is required of all students specializing in Rehabilitation Counseling.
Minimum Qualifications:
- A master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling
- Experience in rehabilitation counseling
Preferred Qualifications:
- A master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling
- Experience in rehabilitation counseling
Job Duties:
- 60% - Deliver content related to providing rehabilitation counseling services to businesses.
- 15% - Monitor and document individual student progress.
- 10% - Facilitate discussion of relevant issues.
- 5% - Adjust the pre-developed curriculum and textbook / article choices as needed.
- 5% - Provide final grades for students according to the university calendar.
- 5% - Create new course content and readings as needed.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
For consideration, you must apply online. Please include a resume and cover letter.
If you have any questions about this job positing or the application process, please email matt.bruinekool@drake.edu .
Review of Applications Begins:
A review of applications will begin immediately. This position will remain open until filled.
For faculty positions, selection will depend on the receipt of recommendation confirming the candidate's scholarly achievements and teaching abilities and/or on the candidate's satisfactory passing of a teaching demonstration if selected for an on-campus interview. For staff positions, selection will depend upon careful review of each applicant’s references, education, and, if applicable, experience.
ABOUT DRAKE
Drake University is recognized as a top private university in the Midwest. Drake is a midsize university in Des Moines, Iowa, with an increasingly diverse student body. We are deeply committed to equity and inclusion and creating a sense of belonging for all members of the campus community—faculty, staff, and students alike. More than 900 faculty and staff are part of the Bulldog pack, a close-knit group of colleagues enthusiastic about preparing students to be global citizens and leaders, challenging assumptions. Drake University is not only an outstanding institution of higher learning, it is also a wonderful place to work. We are enthusiastically committed to welcoming new ideas and people into the fold, and to retaining and rewarding stellar employees.
All positions at Drake provide opportunities to contribute to Drake University’s core mission of creating an exceptional learning environment that prepares students of all backgrounds for meaningful lives and professional accomplishments.
STRONG COMMITMENT TO A DIVERSE AND INCLUSIVE COMMUNITY
At Drake University, we don’t just accept differences—we celebrate them, we support them, and we thrive on them for the benefit of our students, our employees, and our community. As reflected in our Core Values, we embrace a diverse and inclusive community.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Drake University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Drake University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. If you would benefit from an accommodation at any point in the recruitment process (including using our online application process), please contact Drake Human Resources (p: 515.271.3133; e: jobs@drake.edu) and let us know how we can assist you.
